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TP-Link TL-WR843ND Introduction, Overview of the Router, Incredible Speed, Multiple Working Modes

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Chapter 1. Introduction

TL-WR843ND300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide

Chapter 1. Introduction

1.1 Overview of the Router

The TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router integrates 4-port Switch, Firewall, NAT-Router and Wireless AP. Powered by 2x2 MIMO technology, the 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router delivers exceptional range and speed, which can fully meet the need of Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) networks and the users demanding higher networking performance.

Incredible Speed

The TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router provides up to 300Mbps wireless connection with other 802.11n wireless clients. The incredible speed makes it ideal for handling multiple data streams at the same time, which ensures your network stable and smooth. The performance of this 802.11n wireless Router will give you the unexpected networking experience at speed much faster than 802.11g. It is also compatible with all IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11b products.

Multiple Working Modes

The TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router supports two working modes. The WISP Client Router mode allows the TL-WR843ND to connect to the WISP and create a local area network via wireless connection. The Standard Wireless Router mode enables the TL-WR843ND to work as a router for network sharing with high speed.

Multiple Security Protections

With multiple protection measures, including SSID broadcast control and wireless LAN 64/128/152-bit WEP encryption, WiFi protected Access (WPA2- PSK, WPA- PSK), as well as advanced Firewall protections, the TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router provides complete data privacy.

Flexible Access Control

The TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router provides flexible access control, so that parents or network administrators can establish restricted access policies for children or staff. It also supports Virtual Server and DMZ host for Port Triggering, and then the network administrators can manage and monitor the network in real time with the remote management function.

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TP-Link TL-WR843ND Introduction, Overview of the Router, Incredible Speed, Multiple Working Modes, Flexible Access Control

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TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router Rev 1.0.0COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS FCC STATEMENTCanadian Compliance Statement FCC RF Radiation Exposure StatementCE Mark Warning Industry Canada StatementKorea Warning Statements Safety InformationNCC Notice ETSI EN 300 328 V1.7.1 Product Description 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client RouterDECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ETSI EN 301 489-1 V1.8.12008& ETSI EN 301 489-17 EN ENChapter 2. Connecting the Router CONTENTSPackage Contents Chapter 3. Quick Installation Guide4.7.5 Appendix C Specifications Appendix A FAQAppendix B Configuring the PC Appendix D GlossaryTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Package Contents Note 1.1 Overview of the Router Flexible Access ControlChapter 1. Introduction Incredible Speed1.2 Conventions 1.3 Main FeaturesSimple Installation TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User GuideName 1.4 Panel Layout1.4.1 The Front Panel Indication1.4.2 The Rear Panel  Used as RESET buttonTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide  Used as WPS button TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide2.3 Connecting the Router Chapter 2. Connecting the Router2.2 Installation Environment Requirements 2.1 System Requirementsb Standard Wireless Router Mode a WISP Client Router ModeTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Figure 2-3 Wall-mount Install3.1 TCP/IP Configuration Chapter 3. Quick Installation GuideTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide  Note Please check the connection following these stepsTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide  NoteTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 3.2 Quick Installation GuideEnter key  NoteTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Note Figure 3-7 WAN Connection Type 3.2.1 Configuration for Router ModeTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Figure 3-8 MAC CloneFigure 3-9 Quick Setup - PPPoE TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User GuideFigure 3-10 Quick Setup - Static IP TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide NoteFigure 3-11 Quick Setup - Wireless 4.7 Wireless 3.2.2 Configuration for Client Router Mode PSK Password - You can enter ASCII or Hexadecimal characters TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User GuideTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide b If you choose PPPoE, you will see this page shown in Figure Note The IP parameters should have been provided by your ISPTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Figure 3-15 Static IPTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide  Survey - Click this button, you can survey the AP which runs nearbyTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide  NoteFigure 3-17 AP List Figure 3-18 Quick Setup - Wireless TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Figure 3-19 Finish4.2 Status Chapter 4. Configuring the Router4.1 Login TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User GuideTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 4.3 Quick SetupPlease refer to 3.2 Quick Installation Guide Figure 4-1 Router StatusTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide I. Use the Wi-Fi Protected Setup Button4.4 WPS  NoteIII. Enter the Router’s PIN on your client device II. Enter the client device’s PIN on the RouterTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Figure 4-5 Working Mode 4.5 Working ModeTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide  Note4.6.1 WAN 4.6 NetworkTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide  Note TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Host Name - This option specifies the Host Name of the Router TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Figure 4-9 WAN - PPPoE Disabled - The Secondary Connection is disabled by default, so there is PPPoE connection only. This is recommended TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Note TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Figure 4-10 PPPoE Advanced SettingsNSW / ACT - nsw.bigpond.net.au TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User GuideTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Figure 4-13 PPTP Settings Static IP - Connections which use static IP address assignment 4.6.2 MAC Clone Dynamic IP - Connections which use dynamic IP address assignment TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User GuideTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 4.6.3 LANOnly the PC on your LAN can use the MAC Address Clone function  Note4.7.1.1. Wireless Settings on Router Mode 4.7 Wireless4.7.1 Wireless Settings TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User GuideNote Dialog TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Note  Mode - Select the desired mode. The default setting is 11bgn mixed TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Note  Away from large metal surfaces  In an elevated location such as a high shelf With the Antenna in the upright position TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User GuideTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 4.7.1.2. Wireless Settings on WISP Client Router ModeFigure 4-18 Wireless Settings TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Figure 4-19 AP List Note TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Note  In an elevated location such as a high shelfTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 4.7.2 Wireless SecurityFigure 4-21 Wireless Security  Note ∙ Encryption - You can select either Automatic, or TKIP or AESTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide  NoteTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide  Note4.7.3 Wireless MAC Filtering TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User GuideTo modify or delete an existing entry 4.7.4 Wireless AdvancedTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Figure 4-27 Wireless AdvancedTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 4.7.5 Wireless StatisticsThis page will be refreshed automatically every 5 seconds  Note300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 4.8.1 DHCP Settings4.8 DHCP TL-WR843NDTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 4.8.2 DHCP Client List4.8.3 Address Reservation  NoteTo modify or delete an existing entry To Reserve an IP addressTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Figure 4-32 Address Reservation4.9.1 Virtual Servers 4.9 ForwardingTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide  Note To set up a virtual server entryTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide To modify or delete an existing entryTo add a new rule, follow the steps below 4.9.2 Port TriggeringTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 4.9.3 DMZ3 Incoming Ports cannot overlap each other TL-WR843NDTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 4.9.4 UPnPTo assign a computer or server to be a DMZ server  Note4.10.1 Basic Security 4.10SecurityTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Figure 4-42 Basic Security300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 4.10.2 Advanced SecurityTL-WR843ND TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 4.10.3 Local Management Note TL-WR843ND 4.10.4 Remote Management300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide  NoteFigure 4-46 Parental Control Settings 4.11 Parental ControlTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide  NoteTL-WR843ND To add a new entry, please follow the steps below300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide  Modify - Here you can edit or delete an existing entryTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Click Add New... button4.12.1 Rule 4.12Access ControlTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide There are two methods to add a new rule Method One TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User GuideTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide If the MAC Address is selected, you can see the following itemTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide If the IP Address is selected, you will see the following itemsMethod Two TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User GuideTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Figure 4-55 Add Internet Access Control EntryFigure 4-56 Host Settings 4.12.2 HostTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide To add a new entry, please follow the steps below4.12.3 Target TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User GuideFigure 4-59 Target Settings TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User GuideTo add a new entry, please follow the steps below Figure 4-60 Add or Modify an Access Target Entry TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User GuideFigure 4-61 Add or Modify an Access Target Entry To add a new schedule, follow the steps below 4.12.4 ScheduleTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Figure 4-63 Advanced Schedule Settings 4.13Advanced RoutingTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Figure 4-64 Advanced Routing MenuTo add static routing entries, follow the steps below 4.13.1 Static RoutingTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 4.13.2 System Routing Table 4.14 Bandwidth ControlTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 4.14.2 Rules List 4.14.1 Control SettingsTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide To add a Bandwidth Control rule, follow the steps below 4.15.1 Binding Settings4.15 IP & MAC Binding TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User GuideTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide To add IP & MAC Binding entries, follow the steps belowTo modify or delete an existing entry, follow the steps below Figure 4-72 Binding SettingsTo find an existing entry, follow the steps below 4.15.2 ARP ListTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 4.16 Dynamic DNS4.16.1 Comexe.cn DDNS  Note4.16.2 Dyndns.org DDNS To set up for DDNS, follow these instructionsTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Figure 4-77 Dyndns.org DDNS Settings 4.16.3 No-ip.com DDNSTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Figure 4-78 No-ip.com DDNS Settings4.17 System Tools 4.17.1 Time SettingsTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide To set time manually TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User GuideTo set Daylight Saving 4.17.2 DiagnosticTo set time automatically 2 The time will be lost if the router is turned offFigure 4-81 Diagnostic Tools TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Note TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 4.17.3 Firmware UpgradeTo upgrade the Routers firmware, follow these instructions below  Note4 The Router will reboot after the upgrading has been finished 4.17.4 Factory Defaults4.17.5 Backup & Restore TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User GuideTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 4.17.6 Reboot Note TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide 4.17.7 Password4.17.8 System Log  NoteTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Figure 4-88 System LogTL-WR843ND 4.17.9 Statistics300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide  NoteStatistics Table TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User GuideTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User GuideReset UDP TxTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Appendix A FAQ1. How do I configure the Router to access Internet by ADSL users?  Note3. I want to use NetMeeting, what do I need to do? TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User GuideFigure A-5 Add or Modify a Virtual server Entry TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Note TL-WR843ND 4. I want to build a WEB Server on the LAN, what should I do?300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Figure A-7 Basic Security5. The wireless stations cannot connect to the Router TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide1. Configure TCP/IP component Appendix B Configuring the PCTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Now you have two ways to configure the TCP/IP protocol below  Setting IP address automatically300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide TL-WR843NDTL-WR843ND  Setting IP address manually300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide  NoteTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide Now click OK to keep your settingsGeneral Appendix C SpecificationsWireless Environmental and PhysicalAppendix D Glossary TL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User GuideTL-WR843ND 300Mbps Wireless AP/Client Router User Guide hosts to the Internet over an always-on connection by simulating a dial-up connection